Are men in politics just shallow? (with poll)

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Thursday May 25, 2006 · 7:15 AM PDT

2006/05/25 · 07:15

These [http://www.umich.edu/...] findings about the different ways that men and women approach politics will be good for a few hours of banter at your next "Drinking Liberally" session:

ANN ARBOR, Mich.--Men are more likely to find politics exciting while women balance their political interest among several factors, including having a personal stake in government affairs.
"Although we traditionally think of men as more engaged in politics, this study shows that, in fact, men and women may just have different ways of thinking about political interest," said author Debra Horner, a graduate instructor in the University of Michigan Department of Political Science.

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Baloney! Buying a "pass" for CO2 use?

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Saturday January 07, 2006 · 7:35 AM PST

2006/01/07 · 07:35

I see that the same for-profit energy/investment company that got a Dem group to promote them via e-mail is now advertising on Daily Kos. Am I the only one who is irritated by this 21st Century sale of indulgences? Do the young people shown in their ads really think that this is a socially responsible way to "balance" (their word) the pollution we each heap onto the atmosphere on a daily basis? Read More

2,000 Shattered Families & Something Practical and Kind

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Wednesday October 26, 2005 · 6:01 AM PDT

2005/10/26 · 06:01

Today's Boston Globe (10/26/05) has a heartbreaking and informative section that tells stories of soldiers who have died in Iraq, largely through the eyes of their families. Words, pictures, graphics and statistics round out the story: race, geographic distribution, service branch, where they died in Iraq.

The clear message that emerges is that the loved ones left behind feel that they are alone in their grief because the American community has moved on to other concerns; the "Mission Accomplished" message became an excuse for most of us to forget the sacrifices that are still being made. Read More

SCOTUS literally breaking new ground?

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Wednesday October 12, 2005 · 5:27 AM PDT

2005/10/12 · 05:27

The Boston Globe is frustratingly vague in their "heads up" this morning, but it looks as if one of the first major decisions for the Roberts Court will have major consequences for the environment.

The justices agreed to take up assertions that regulators have gone too far by restricting development of property that is miles away from any river or waterway.

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Sunday October 09, 2005 · 11:34 AM PDT

2005/10/09 · 11:34

Two issues which require major public awareness efforts have leaped off the pages of Daily Kos this weekend: fair elections and the potential avian flu pandemic. I am not someone who forwards every joke and chain letter that makes its way to my inbox, but I decided these two issues merited a mass mailing for my friends, family and other people who have made the mistake of giving me their addresses.

To save you having to wade through all the links (although there is some great stuff - thank you DemFromCT and Jennifer Clare) I offer my relatively succinct message for you to paste and forward(see below).

It's the Easy Bake way to get credit for doing a great deed for America, as well as your family, friends and local community! Read More

Alexander Hamilton urges "No" vote on Miers

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Friday October 07, 2005 · 12:51 PM PDT

2005/10/07 · 12:51

This excerpt from the Federalist Paper #76 is so on-the-mark that many of us have probably received it via e-mail in the days since "my little crony" was nominated to fill O'Connor's seat.

But just in case you want to laugh along with kids in the hall, 1788-style: Read More

Who is on the scene for disaster relief in TX, LA?

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Friday September 23, 2005 · 11:56 AM PDT

2005/09/23 · 11:56

As it became clear that the Katrina response efforts were tied up in red tape and turf battles among agencies, several people posted addresses for LOCAL branches of the Red Cross, Salvation Army and other organizations on the ground, at the scene, who could offer immediate assistance to people and communities affected by the storm. Read More

Poll regarding Armando's "Surrender Dems" post

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Thursday September 22, 2005 · 4:26 AM PDT

2005/09/22 · 04:26

In his post yesterday, our front page friend provoked a lot of strong responses regarding whether Dem Senators should vote for or against Roberts' nomination. Here is a poll so we can compare our responses to his analysis. Read More

Polling places are not for sissies

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Monday September 19, 2005 · 5:58 AM PDT

2005/09/19 · 05:58

I see that an independent panel is going to release a report today that calls for electoral reform to increase the integrity of the voting system. If Jimmy Carter thinks photo I.D.'s for voters are a good idea, I will try to keep an open mind about them. I am a great believer in same-day registration, however, so I hope this option will also spread across the nation as the "streamlining" measures proposed by the panel are implemented. Here's a story that explains my position.
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